Sri Lanka’s official reserves up to USD 5.43 bn in April
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets increased by 9.6% to USD 5.43 billion in April 2024, compared to USD 4.96 billion in March 2024, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
- Showery conditions over most parts of the island to enhance in next few days
- ‘Manna Ramesh’ repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai
- ‘Industry EXPO 2024’ set to take place from June 19-23 at BMICH
- Public warned of rise in online phishing scams targeting mobile devices
- Sri Lanka’s official reserves up to USD 5.43 bn in April
- Unidentified body recovered from Diyawanna Lake
- Body of missing youth from Kuliyapitiya found in Madampe
- 45-year-old murdered by son-in-law with garden hoe
- Police obtain 72-hour detention order on ‘Manna Ramesh’
- Adani Green signs 20-yr agreement for wind power stations in Sri Lanka
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Adani Green signs 20-yr agreement for wind power stations in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a deal with Indian billionaire Gautam Adani’s renewable energy wing Adani Green to develop wind power stations in the country. MORE..
Police obtain 72-hour detention order on ‘Manna Ramesh’
A 72-hour detention order was obtained by police for Ramesh Priyajanaka alias ‘Manna Ramesh’ who was arrested in Dubai and brought to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the police spokesman said. MORE..
45-year-old murdered by son-in-law with garden hoe
A 45-year-old resident of Sithamparapuram in Vavuniya, has been attacked to death with a garden hoe allegedly by his son-in-law after a dispute between then had escalated last evening (06), according to the police. MORE..
Body of missing youth from Kuliyapitiya found in Madampe
Police said the body of the youth from Kuliyapitiya who went missing on April 22 after visiting the home of his girlfriend, has been discovered in the Madampe area. MORE..
Unidentified body recovered from Diyawanna Lake
An unidentified body has been recovered by police in the Diyawanna Lake along the Parliament Road, Ada Derana reporter said.
Public warned of rise in online phishing scams targeting mobile devices
Sri Lanka Banks’ Association, LankaPay and FinCSIRT says they have been alerted regarding several incidents of financial fraud, both globally and in Sri Lanka, disguised as attractive online offers, leading to mobile device users inadvertently clicking on unknown links and downloading malicious apps and files. MORE..
‘Industry EXPO 2024’ set to take place from June 19-23 at BMICH
Minister of Industries and Health, Dr. Ramesh Pathirana, announced that the forthcoming “Industry EXPO 2024” will grace the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) from June 19th to 23rd, under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..
‘Manna Ramesh’ repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai
Underworld criminal gang leader Ramesh Priyajanaka, also known as ‘Manna Ramesh’, who was arrested in Dubai has been brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the Police Spokesman said. MORE..
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Showery conditions over most parts of the island to enhance in next few days
The Meteorology Department says an enhancement of showery condition over most parts of the island is expected during next few days (after May 08th). MORE..
IFC Regional Vice President signals support for Sri Lanka’s reforms and growth agenda
Concluding a two-day visit, IFC’s Vice President for Asia Pacific, Riccardo Puliti, signaled IFC’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s ongoing reforms and growth agenda, while emphasizing the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth. MORE..
Gammanpila calls for Central Bank governor’s resignation
Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) leader MP Udaya Gammanpila claims that the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) had increased the salaries of its employees by the biggest margin in its history, despite having recorded losses of billions of rupees for two consecutive years. MORE..
Sri Lanka to retain existing visa fee; Immigration Dept. to handle issuing visas
It was decided at the Cabinet meeting held today (06) to maintain the existing US $50 fee for a 30-day visa for foreigners visiting Sri Lanka, the President’s Media Division reported. MORE..
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Main suspect in disappearance of youth in Kuliyapitiya granted bail
The main suspect in the disappearance of a youth residing in Kuliapitiya area has surrendered to the court today (06) through his attorneys. MORE..
22 arrested during protest outside NCPC building granted bail
All twenty-two persons who were arrested during the protest by unemployed graduates at the North Central Provincial Council building have been granted bail by the court. MORE..
Keheliya and 7 others further remanded
Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and 7 others have been further remanded until 20 May by the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court over the import of substandard human immunoglobulin vials. MORE..
Police obtain 72-hour detention order on ‘Manna Ramesh’
A 72-hour detention order was obtained by police for Ramesh Priyajanaka alias ‘Manna Ramesh’ who was arrested in Dubai and brought to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the police spokesman said. MORE..
45-year-old murdered by son-in-law with garden hoe
A 45-year-old resident of Sithamparapuram in Vavuniya, has been attacked to death with a garden hoe allegedly by his son-in-law after a dispute between then had escalated last evening (06), according to the police. MORE..
Body of missing youth from Kuliyapitiya found in Madampe
Police said the body of the youth from Kuliyapitiya who went missing on April 22 after visiting the home of his girlfriend, has been discovered in the Madampe area. MORE..
Unidentified body recovered from Diyawanna Lake
An unidentified body has been recovered by police in the Diyawanna Lake along the Parliament Road, Ada Derana reporter said.
Public warned of rise in online phishing scams targeting mobile devices
Sri Lanka Banks’ Association, LankaPay and FinCSIRT says they have been alerted regarding several incidents of financial fraud, both globally and in Sri Lanka, disguised as attractive online offers, leading to mobile device users inadvertently clicking on unknown links and downloading malicious apps and files. MORE..
‘Industry EXPO 2024’ set to take place from June 19-23 at BMICH
Minister of Industries and Health, Dr. Ramesh Pathirana, announced that the forthcoming “Industry EXPO 2024” will grace the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) from June 19th to 23rd, under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..
‘Manna Ramesh’ repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai
Underworld criminal gang leader Ramesh Priyajanaka, also known as ‘Manna Ramesh’, who was arrested in Dubai has been brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the Police Spokesman said. MORE..
Showery conditions over most parts of the island to enhance in next few days
The Meteorology Department says an enhancement of showery condition over most parts of the island is expected during next few days (after May 08th). MORE..
IFC Regional Vice President signals support for Sri Lanka’s reforms and growth agenda
Concluding a two-day visit, IFC’s Vice President for Asia Pacific, Riccardo Puliti, signaled IFC’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s ongoing reforms and growth agenda, while emphasizing the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth. MORE..
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Sri Lanka clinch ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 qualification
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Injured Pathirana to return to Sri Lanka
Chennai Super Kings have suffered a big blow with the injury of Sri Lanka pacer Matheesha Pathirana. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket doubles payments for Test players
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a significant increase in payments for Sri Lanka’s Test players, effectively doubling their compensation. MORE..
Sri Lanka win Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship
Sri Lanka won the Asian Rugby Division 1 Championship by defeating Kazakhstan 45-7 in the final at the Racecourse Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka secures two medals at UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024
Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has secured third place in the Men’s 100m event at the UAE Athletics Grand Prix 2024 in Dubai this afternoon (03). MORE..
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Samsung says AI to drive technology demand in second half after strong Q1
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Elon Musk visits China as Tesla seeks self-driving technology rollout
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US seeks 3 years prison for Binance founder Zhao
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Exchange Rates
Country |
Buying |
Selling |
|---|---|---|
USA
U.S.Dollar |
292.0793 | 302.3040 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
365.6640 | 380.4884 |
Europe
Euro |
313.2810 | 326.7181 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
320.4653 | 336.3037 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
212.5029 | 222.0102 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
191.6070 | 201.7433 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
214.7629 | 224.9979 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.8948 | 1.9732 |
Country |
Currency |
Rate |
|---|---|---|
Bahrain
|
Dinar | 788.0480 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 967.0426 |
Oman
|
Rial | 771.8054 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 81.4957 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 79.2229 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 80.8989 |
